CLASSROOM TEACHER

Location

LEYLAND ST JAMES CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Slater Lane , Leyland , Preston , Lancashire , PR26 7SH
Tel: 01772 422572
School website: www.leyland-st-james.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 206

Information

Information
We are looking for a passionate teacher with excellent classroom practice to join our supportive, hardworking team. You should have the ability to inspire and enthuse young children as they start their journey in school, great organisational skills to plan a day the ensures all children can make the most of the learning opportunities whatever the starting point or individual need, and a caring nature to support our youngest children and help them grow.

You will be part of an effective and ambition team that supports and challenges teachers to deliver the best possible outcomes for our children.

We are proud to offer you:

A supportive, dynamic, dedicated and inspirational team of staff who firmly believe that they will make a difference to the pupils at our school

An innovative, supportive and diligent leadership team dedicated to improving pupil outcomes

A comprehensive and supportive induction package to enable you to quickly feel part of the team

A proven track record of providing exciting, high quality professional development opportunities for the career progression of ambitious and aspirational teachers

A friendly, thriving school appreciated and supported by parents and the wider community

Hardworking, enthusiastic children who are eager to learn

A highly active and supportive governing body

The closing dates for applications is: Monday 5th May at 12 noon.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

We encourage visiting school prior to applying, appointments can be booked through Mrs Gallagher on 01772 422572.

Shortlisting Date: Tuesday 6th May
Proposed Interview Date: Wednesday 21st May

For an informal discussion please contact Mr J Atherton on 01772 422572

Application forms and further details are available from

https://www.leyland-st-james.lancs.sch.uk/

Applications to be returned to head@leyland-st-james.lancs.sch.uk

More Information can be found at https://www.leyland-st-james.lancs.sch.uk/

Essential Qualifications

QTS/ECT

Degree

Commitment to on-going professional development

Essential Experience

Teaching in KS1/2 experience

Desirable Experience

Working with SEND pupils including writing and implementing Individual Education Plans

Working with and managing teaching assistants

Working with and supporting parents and the wider community

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Maths. English and Science in KS1/2

Effective classroom practice, including phonics, mastery maths and continuous provision strategies.

Proposed Interview Date:

21/05/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Headteacher - Mr James Atherton

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: head@leyland-st-james.lancs.sch.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.